Childminder in Bristol

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 4 February 2016 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Children develop good relationships with the childminder, who is very warm and caring towards them. Children are happy, self-assured and behave well.  Children make good progress in relation to their starting points. The childminder uses effective teaching strategies, which she tailors for each individual child.  The childminder evaluates her practice to ensure a consistently good level of teaching. The childminder knows the children well and accurately observes and assesses their learning. Overall, she plans activities across all areas of learning which capture children's interests and their next steps in learning.  The childminder actively encourages children to be independent. They are well prepared for school. For example, children choose their play from the broad range of stimulating resources.  The childminder promotes equality and diversity through a range of activities and outings, helping children to learn to respect others and celebrate difference.

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This provision is good

 Parents benefit from regular detailed discussions about the care and learning their children receive, and have a clear understanding of their children's level of development.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder does not consistently offer opportunities for children to explore resources and activities to practise their early writing skills to support their literacy development.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 promote and develop regular and meaningful opportunities for children to explore and practise early writing and to talk about the marks they make.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector carried out a joint observation with the childminder.  The inspector observed children during play indoors.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including children's records, confirmation of provider suitability, policies and procedures.  The inspector talked with the children and the childminder at appropriate times during the inspection.  The inspector toured all the areas of the property which children access.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder knows the signs and symptoms that may indicate a child is at risk and understands what to do if she has any concerns. She uses risk assessments effectively to keep children safe in her home and on outings. The childminder has an ambitious drive to improve and, through successful self-evaluation, she identifies areas for development that will benefit children. Communication between the childminder and parents is consistently effective. They work well together to meet children's needs. The childminder accesses professional development opportunities and regularly shares good practice with other childminders to remain updated and continually improve her skills.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder interacts well with children as she plays alongside them. She actively supports children's communication and language development. For example, she talks to children about what they are doing and extends their vocabulary. She also asks them carefully worded questions, encouraging them to solve problems for themselves. The childminder uses lots of mathematical language and effectively develops children's colour recognition and counting skills through a range of activities. She introduces new mathematical concepts, such as 'big', 'small' and 'half', to promote children's learning further during creative dough activities, for example. The childminder develops children's interest in books and reading. Parents are fully involved in their children's learning and the childminder keeps them informed about their children's progress on a daily basis, providing detailed feedback.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children settle quickly in a homely environment where their happiness is the childminder's priority. She has an extremely warm, caring approach and children clearly enjoy spending time with her. The childminder has clear expectations for children's behaviour. She teaches them good hygiene routines and encourages them to make healthy choices from a variety of freshly cooked meals and healthy snacks. The childminder uses effective strategies to help them develop independence, including putting on their own coats. Children benefit from regular outings and often visit local parks and places of interest, including the zoo. Children are physically active, enjoy regular outdoor play and learn about nature.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children progress well. They enjoy reading stories and identifying numbers, colours and shapes. Children are confident and happily explore their environment. They share, take turns and use good manners. Children are well prepared for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY478828 Local authority Bristol City Inspection number 1000842 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 2 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 3

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Name of provider

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2014 and lives in the Redland area of Bristol. The childminder provides care from Monday to Friday throughout the year.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the Early Years Foundation Stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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